About Asheville

Imagine it’s a rainy day on your trip, or you’re a local with a history buff buddy coming into town. You might be wondering where to find the best museums in Asheville. While there are many world-class museums in big city centers like Charlotte and Raleigh, you shouldn’t discount the smaller museums: niche options can often be the best museums in North Carolina!  Right here in Western NC, we have some unique and fun options that will get you out of the rain, help you learn something, and have a lot of fun, too. Some museums are the right fit for a casual stroll with a friend or on a…

I have to say, while there may not be one best time to visit Asheville, I could make the case that the month of June is one of the most fun and exciting times to see this city. Not only are the spring flowers hitting peak beauty and the gardens growing up full of vegetables and greenery, but the days are getting warm, making running through a sprinkler or going for a swim outdoors more appealing. At the same time, Asheville enjoys the beautiful mountain climate that brings a dip in temperatures at night, meaning that if you visit Asheville in summer, you can enjoy outdoor bonfires, stargazing, and other…

There are so many ways to experience Asheville! We have a fabulous farm-to-table food scene, the great outdoors, and an amazing health and arts-oriented culture. Also, Asheville has more breweries per capita than any other city in the United States (an average of 28.1 breweries per 100,000 residents and 100 local beers). You can come to Asheville and experience all of that or try different things on different visits. But Asheville also has a rich history.  Settled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, in the land of the Cherokee Nation, Buncombe County was established in 1792 with a city called Morristown. It changed its name to Asheville in 1797, after North…

I think of the best time to visit Asheville as, honestly, any time of year, but there is a lot to recommend visiting Asheville in May as the top-notch choice. Yes, October has the changing leaves, and summer has concerts and festivals, but there is something about seeing the mountains in all their spring glory. In May, the weather is still fairly mild, even during the day, and there are plenty of prime hiking days – it’s just a perfect combination!   Another great feature of visiting during the month of May is that, with nature waking up, downtown gets busier, and you’ll tend to find more things to do compared…

The weather can do almost anything in Asheville in March, but that’s not a good reason to stay away! March is a wonderful time to experience the beauty of Asheville in spring while avoiding the influx of visitors during the peak tourism season. The city is waking up from a sleepy winter, and even if you end up here during a cold snap, you’ll find more than enough to warm your body and soul. On most days, however, you’ll get enough warmth to also explore downtown, enjoy the great outdoors, and get to know the friendly and fun atmosphere that makes this truly the best time to visit Asheville… though…

I love taking tours when I travel, and I take tours at home when I’m not traveling! Joining tours to explore where you live is like having a special date with a loved one to connect deeper and feel more appreciation each time.  I consider myself an independent traveler, but I always include a dose of locally operated tours and experiences offered by locals to further explore whatever excites me the most about the destination.  Asheville is a small city with a population of less than 100,000 – but it has a lot to offer! From its architectural gems and exciting farm-to-table food movement and beer scene to its epic…